Whsmp · OPW16/0021

                                                                                    SWMS: 08 – Portable Power Tools
Safe Work Methods
                                                                                H                    Controls / Work Methods                        Responsible
                                                                                                                                                                      Residual Risk
          Job Steps                   Potential Hazards      L      C     R     O            1. Eliminate 2. Substitute 3. Isolate 4. Engineer      Person/s for
                                                                                C                             5. Admin 6. PPE                     Monitor & Review    L     C         R
                                                                                          Don’t place your hand near a rotating blade be at
                                                                                5          least 150mm clear.
                                                                                         Inspect Drop saw main guard is installed and
                                                                                5         functioning prior to use.
                                                                                         The drop saw is to be allowed to stop rotating before
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                                                                                          removing material.
                                                                                         Disconnect the drop saw prior to changing discs or
                                                                                3         blades or other repairs
                                                                                         Maintain a safe body distance from moving
                                                                                5         blades/discs at all times.
                                                                                         Do not wear jewellery and ensure loose clothing
                                                                                1         and long hair is secured to protect against
                                                                                          entanglement.
                                                             B      4     E     5        Ensure correct rated disc/blade (in accordance with     Competent           D     4     H
                                  Exploding disc /
                                                                         21               manufacturer recommendations) is used to cut the        Operator                        14
                                  projectiles
                                                                                          particular type of material.
                                                                                         Ensure that the suitable blade/disc are secured and
                                                                                          fixed correctly with functioning guards
                                                                                5
                                                                                         Safety glasses and/or face shield and ear plugs to be
                                                                                          worn.
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584 Milton Road TOOWONG QLD 4066                          SWMS Approved by:    Jamie Gilbert                                                             VERSION 6 – September 2015
P: (07) 3335 5000 F: (07) 3335 5005                       Position: National Health & Safety Co-ordinator                                                                   Page 66
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